If you've worked in care, residential support, youth work, or mental health, your skills are exactly what our SEND schools in Widnes are looking for.
This is your chance to bring your compassion, emotional intelligence and trauma-informed approach into the classroom - helping children with autism, complex learning needs or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges to thrive every day.
What's on offer:
* Term-time hours (Mon-Fri, school hours only) - perfect work-life balance
* Ongoing training & professional development
* Local placements across Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, St Helens, Merseyside
* A chance to transition from care to education with full guidance and mentoring
The role:
* Providing consistent, dedicated support for children with varied needs
* Assisting in implementing strategies outlined in the children's EHCP's and individualised support plan
* Working collaboratively with the class teacher, SENDCo, and external professionals (e.g., Educational Psychologists, Behaviour Support Teams)
* Supporting the pupils to develop self-regulation, social, and learning skills
* Encouraging positive behaviour through consistent routines and clear expectations
* Helping to maintain a calm, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
What we're looking for:
* People who can build trust-based, consistent relationships with children who may have experienced trauma or adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
* A caring but professional approach - you'll show warmth and empathy while maintaining clear, healthy boundaries
* Strong communication and de-escalation skills - able to use empathy, patience, and creativity to help regulate emotions and behaviour
* Individuals passionate about inclusive education, emotional wellbeing and making a daily difference
* Must be able to provide two year's' worth of employment references
You already know how to stay calm in a crisis, celebrate small wins, and bring stability to someone's day - those are exactly the qualities our SEND schools value most.
Whether you're ready to move out of care or step confidently into education, we'll support you every step of the way.
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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
Salary description
£90.00 - £105.00 per day